Tips for Staying Healthy During Cold Season

Posted on 12/18/2017

Catching a cold can really slow you down and make it difficult to carry
out routine tasks such as school or work. Cold season is defined as the
period from late August to April when people are more likely to catch
a cold. Nobody likes to get sick, so follow these tips to lower your chances
of catching a cold.

Washing your hands is a tip you already know, but it doesn’t hurt
to remind yourself. Wash your hands after you blow your nose, sneeze,
cough, or if you have been near people who are ill. Even if not, be sure
to wash your hands on a regular basis all year long, but especially during
cold season.

· Do your best to avoid touching your face including your eyes,
nose, and mouth.

· Be sure to get enough sleep so you don’t feel run down.
Eight hours a night is recommended.

· Take steps to reduce stress in your life if possible.

· Avoid sharing objects with others including food or drinks, even
if they appear healthy.

· Use a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw them away immediately.

· Eat a healthy diet including citrus fruits full of vitamin C and
get exercise regularly.

· Stay home from school or work if you get sick so you don’t
spread it to others.

· Use hand sanitizer in places you can’t wash your hands such
as in your car.

· If you feel a cold coming on take plenty of zinc and other vitamins.

Even if you go to school online, it can be difficult to get much done when
you’re feeling sick. Taking good care of yourself is important,
but sometimes you can’t avoid catching a cold. Be sure to communicate
with your professor if you are too sick to get something done because
they may be able to work with you.